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Comic Book Illustration Vol. 1

Comic Book Pencilling with David Finch

Description

In this first title of a series on comic book illustration techniques, David Finch takes you step-by-step through the processes he uses to create the highly detailed pencils of a comic book page. This lecture will lead you from the very basics of tube forms and page layouts to the finishing techniques of rendering and texturing an image. You'll also learn about the physical tools used by the artist to create various effects and backgrounds. This demonstration also gives you a first-hand look at the evolutionary process an artist undertakes in the conception and development of a new character, including the artist's thoughts and decision making, and how mistakes and design problems can be resolved when they arise.


Duration: 2h 20m

Format: HD 1920x1080

David Finch

Comic Book Illustrator

David Finch is a New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award-winning comic book artist with 26 years of experience creating top-selling titles for Marvel and DC Comics. He is celebrated for his dynamic storytelling, powerful figure work, and detailed line art.


David's notable credits include iconic titles such as Batman, Wonder Woman, The Dark Knight, New Avengers, and Ultimatum. Beyond his professional artwork, he has been teaching for over 20 years through The Gnomon Workshop and YouTube, inspiring artists worldwide and sharing his expertise in both drawing and storytelling.

  • Dave Finch is one of the most dynamic illustrators working in commercial art today. His amazing layouts, unique character designs and extraordinary flair to create exciting images are nothing but top flight. And it's fun; something that's incredibly difficult to pull off and he does so consistently.

    - Jeph Loeb
    Emmy Nominated and Peabody Award Writer and Producer